CRAB BALL HORS D'OEUVRE

Crab Ball Hors D'oeuvre image

I first served this at a Christmas party back in 1979. It's quick and easy and is delicious! Originally clipped from a magazine.

Provided by Leslie in Texas

Categories Spreads

Time 25m

Yield 1 ball

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 (6 ounce) package imitation crabmeat
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup chopped pecans or 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

Thaw (if needed) and drain crabmeat.
Blend softened cream cheese, chives,garlic powder and salt.
Fold in crabmeat.
Shape into a ball or log.
Roll in pecans or parsley.
Wrap in plastic wrap and chill.
When ready to serve, unwrap and place on a serving dish.
Let come to room temperature and serve with buttery crackers or fresh veggies.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1345.5, Fat 120.6, SaturatedFat 53.6, Cholesterol 283.4, Sodium 2681.3, Carbohydrate 31.7, Fiber 5.5, Sugar 2.9, Protein 42.9